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The Orange Lodge - Petone - Wellington - Broadband

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Orange Lodge - Former "Court" of the Ancient Order of Foresters.
Entrance lobby from Buick Street
Lobby
Living space
Kitchen

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Master Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

The Orange Lodge - Petone - Wellington - Broadband

Come and enjoy the peace and privacy of this comfortable holiday home. With heritage status and history as a former Forester's meeting place, 'The Orange Lodge' offers a unique experience. Thick walls and high windows provide a tranquil atmosphere and truly a place to relax and unwind. The hall, with original rimu flooring and timber panelling, now forms a grand open plan living space. A well-equipped kitchen (6 burner Smeg oven and hob), sumptuous bathroom, 2 separate double bedrooms upstairs and 1 double downstairs will make yours a stay to relish.

Single park in the courtyard or ample free street parking

As for location, it doesn't get much handier than this. The Lodge sits round the corner from Petone's vibrant Jackson street. Highlights include colourful shops, cafes, bars, restaurants, galleries and boutique lighthouse cinema. Two large supermarkets, Shandon golf course and Wel Tec are also within walking distance.

The beach with safe swimming or for evening sunset views across the Harbour is a 5 minute walk away. The Hutt river trail is just down the road. 15 minutes by bus, train or car will take you to Wellington city, ferries, museums, botanic garden, shops and Westpac stadium. Alternatively 10 minutes by bus or car to Lower Hutt city and Queensgate Mall. Seaview marina provides local boat storage and launching.

Following bus routes are available on Jackson St, 3 minute walk:

- To Wellington City - Nos 81, 83, 84, 85X (all these buses connect at Wellington Railway Station for Airport Flyer (surcharge applies)
- To Petone Railway Station - Nos 81, 83, 84, 85X, 110
- To Queensgate (Lower Hutt CBD) - Nos 83, 110, 154
- To Eastbourne - 81, 83, 85X

Petone Railway Station is 1.3 kms walk with direct trains to Wellington CBD, Lower Hutt, Upper Hutt and the Wairarapa.

Ava Railway Station is 1.5 kms walk with direct trains to Wellington CBD, Lower Hutt and Upper Hutt .

Bus and Train timetables available at: https://www.metlink.org.nz/

Special conditions:

Smoking allowed outside only. Parents with small children should be aware of wooden stairs to access upstairs bedrooms.

Extras: Cleaning (Required, NZ$40.00 per stay); Linen (included);

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Has two flights of wooden stairs
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a deadlock

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Lower Hutt

Located by the sea, this holiday home is in Petone, a neighbourhood in Lower Hutt. Maori Treasures and Museum of Wellington City and Sea are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Interislander Ferry Terminal and Wellington Cable Car. Consider The Opera House for a night out or Carter Observatory if you're travelling with kids. Fishing and swimming offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and hiking nearby.
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Petone, Lower Hutt

What's nearby

  • Bolton Street Cemetery - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Petone Foreshore - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Truby King House & Garden - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • City to Sea Bridge - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Petone Beach Dog Exercise Zone - 3 min drive - 2.2 km

Getting around

  • Lower Hutt Petone Station - 15 min walk
  • Wellington (WLG-Wellington Intl.) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Good Fortune Coffee Company - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪The Hook - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Buddha Stix - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Flying Bean - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪The Butcher & Brewer - ‬7 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is The Orange Lodge - Petone - Wellington - Broadband pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Orange Lodge - Petone - Wellington - Broadband?

As of 15 March 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Orange Lodge - Petone - Wellington - Broadband on 16 March 2026 start from NZ$173, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at The Orange Lodge - Petone - Wellington - Broadband?

There is free parking nearby.

What time is check-in at The Orange Lodge - Petone - Wellington - Broadband?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Orange Lodge - Petone - Wellington - Broadband?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Orange Lodge - Petone - Wellington - Broadband located?

This family-friendly Lower Hutt holiday home is located by the sea, within a 10-minute walk of Bolton Street Cemetery and Petone Foreshore. Queensgate Shopping Centre and Petone Beach Dog Exercise Zone are also within 3 miles (5 km). Lower Hutt Petone Station is 15 minutes by foot and Lower Hutt Ava Station is 17 minutes.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 234 out of 284 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 47 out of 284 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 284 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 284 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 284 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

Anet K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Hosts helpful and communication skills good.Amenities were excellent and accessible. Decor and quality of fittings, and furniture top notch
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Claire D.

Liked: Check-in, communication
Musty smell on entering property, but Bathroom and Kitchen facilities clean and tidy. Beds comfyWithin walking distance to beach/ seafront and places to eat
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Orange Lodge is a unique space, so welcoming and comfortable. It is very well equipped and the hosts have provided detailed information to make for an enjoyable stay.There is lots of interesting memorabilia relating to the property's former life as a Masonic lodge.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Orange Lodge was perfect. Everything one could ask for. Location to beaches, shopping, tourist sights we wanted to visit. Nice and relaxing. 5 stars.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mikaela G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful place to stay

Was perfect for our needs, very clean and quiet!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Enjoyed stay
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diane P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Stay

Nice property and we had a great stay
Stayed 8 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Garry B.

Little Gem

Excellent place to stay handy to cafes and restaurants
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alison J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic heritage home from home stay

This property is gorgeous and well appointed with everything we needed. We stayed over Christmas and the owners even put up a Christmas tree for us. The location is perfect for driving to Wellington and the Hutt valley.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cathy M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Orange Lodge

Amazing building- very clean and has so much character. Also very warm, well appointed - was lovely to stay at this building. Thanks for having us!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Louise L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very comfortable place to stay

No one staying here can forget this historic old place combining all its golden kauri fittings with an efficient, modern well equipped bathroom and kitchen. We would certainly stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kerrie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Petone recommendation

Another great stay in this wonderful accommodation.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025
This review is from a guest who booked and stayed through a partner site and can't be verified.

10/10 Excellent

Judith M.

Great location and elegant structure

Great location and elegant structure. Very well appointed and the property had an interesting history. Everything about this place was great.

10/10 Excellent

Julia D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Orange Lodge is great!

This was an awesome property! . Clean, roomy, with perfect location to shops and public transport. We are a family of 4, including adult sons and Orange Lodge was terrific! Appreciate the opportunity to stay there.
Stayed 11 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

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Beautiful place in a perfect location

We would stay at the Orange Lodge again, no question. It is nicely appointed, comfortable, and ideally situated.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Fran C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great little getaway

We loved our stay. The property was clean and just as described. Great location for everything easy access to Wellington centre, eateries and supermarket. Highlight was the Tuis in the trees.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erin P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Memory Land

Back to visit Wellington after many yrs. A Petone stay was perfect especially as Petone buzzingEasy access to Wellington, lovely house, good provisions appreciated Will recommend
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

kerry w.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Holiday

Had family visiting from the UK and we did a road trip of the North Island, loved our stay here just outside of the city with plenty options in petone for the evening meal. Lovely house with some History and a great location
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diane D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely spacious convenient place.second time staying here

Came to stay with family for my daughters wedding as i have stayed before and it was lovely. Had everything we needed for our 3 night stay.plenty if room with everything supplied for our comfort during our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Madeleine Velika L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Spacious and convenient

So glad we stayed as the property is spacious, well set up to prepare home—style meals and so close to a few great restaurants. The beach is just a short stroll away and the public transport into Wellington is close and surprisingly efficient. Really enjoyed our stay in Petone.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

KRISTY G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Girls weekend

Good facility's and close to everthing !
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stuart M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Short stay

Excellent in all aspects
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Barbara M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

So convenient and interesting

First class accommodation in one of Petone’s historic buildings. Very convenient access to cafes, restaurants, shops, beach and transport routes.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
What a cool place to stay. A renovated old hall. Everything was there that we needed. Would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Heather D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Comfortable accommodation in a unique building

We loved the location and unique character of this home. It had everything we needed to be very comfortable. Easy walk to the many shops and restaurants of Jackson St.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023

About the host

Hosted by Vickie and Daran

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We live in Wellington with our samoyed dog, Alaska. We have enjoyed owning/managing the Orange Lodge for the past 10 years.

Why they chose this property

We were attracted by the properties' history - constructed for the Ancient Order of Foresters - The Ancient Order of Foresters is one of the oldest friendly societies, with its origins in Yorkshire in the 1790s. Philanthropy and virtue featured prominently in the principles and ritual of the Society. ‘The object of Forestry is to unite the virtuous and good in all sects and denominations of man in the sacred bonds of brotherhood so that while wandering through the Forest of this World they may render mutual aid and assistance to each other’. Like Freemasonry it was open to anyone believing in a Creator. Just as its lodges were called Courts, the officers of the society used the titles of officials of the medieval forest courts, such as Ranger and Woodward. However, the order blended this mediaeval idea with the notion of Adam as the first Forester. In the late 19th Century Forestry spread over the world, particularly to the British colonies but also to the USA. In 1892 a proposal was put forward to open the Foresters to women by allowing the formation of female Courts. This resulted in an alteration to the emblem of the order to include the figure of a female forester.

The Orange Lodge was used for many years as the local community hall - meetings, ballet lessons, parties, before being lovingly renovated into a home.

What makes this property unique

Warm
Unlimited Wi-fi (ultra fast broadband).
Close to Jackson St shops and cafes
Playground around the corner
A short walk to beach, museum and McKenzie Pool.
Good public transport access
Plenty of on-street parking.
All amenities on ground floor.

Languages:

English

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